Coronavirus latest: Australia’s Victoria reports record 723 new cases, 13 deaths

Health officials across Asia are facing a wave of coronavirus outbreaks, as Australia’s worst-hit Victoria state announced a daily record of more than 700 cases and Vietnam’s capital city Hanoi halted large gatherings.Australia on Thursday recorded its worst day in the pandemic as Victoria state reported 723 new infections and 13 deaths.The previous national record of new cases was 518, but a second wave in Victoria centred on aged-care facilities has forced authorities to lock down state…

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